Now, those are all well and good sentiments but it is a minefield which is why we usually pay Lawyers. If you have a minute or two spare, then please read the following which is the current filing by Volkswagen at 'WIPO'. I don't understand it and I'm really, really clever lol....good luck
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The International Classification of Goods and Services for the Purposes of the Registration of Marks (Nice Classification) and the list of goods and services classified according thereto
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Chemicals used in industry, science and photography, as well as in agriculture, horticulture and forestry; Unprocessed artificial resins, unprocessed plastics; Manures; Fire extinguishing compositions; Tempering and soldering preparations; Chemical substances for preserving foodstuffs; Tanning substances; Adhesives used in industry.
2
Paints, varnishes, lacquers, colour pigments; Preservatives against rust; Undercoating for vehicle chassis; Thinners for lacquers; Preparations for preventing the deterioration of wood; Colorants, All the aforesaid goods included in class 2; Mordants, included in class 2; Raw natural resins; Metals in foil and powder form for painters, decorators, printers and artists.
3
Bleaching preparations and other substances for laundry use; Cleaning, polishing, scouring and abrasive preparations; Rust removers; Abrasive paper; Soaps; Perfumery, essential oils and cosmetics; Tissues impregnated with cosmetic lotions; Hair lotions; Dentifrices.
4
Industrial oils and greases; Lubricants; Dust controlling compositions; Fuels (including auto fuels) and illuminants; Candles and wicks for lighting.
5
Pharmaceutical and veterinary preparations, foodstuffs for babies; Plasters, materials for dressings; Filled medicine cases; Filled first-aid boxes; Surgical dressings, materials for dressings; Material for stopping teeth, dental wax; Disinfectants for hygienic purposes and for chemical toilets; Preparations for destroying vermin; Fungicides, herbicides.
6
Common metals and their alloys; Metal building materials; Transportable buildings of metal; Materials of metal for railway tracks; Non-electric cables and wires of comon metal; Ironmongery, small items of metal hardware; Badges of metal for vehicles; Locks of metal for vehicles; Metal vehicle number plates; Signboards of metal; Wheel clamps, being immobilising devices; Rings of common metal for keys; Tool boxes of metal (empty); Tool chests of metal [empty]; Pipes and tubes of metal; Safes; Metal hardware; Ores.
7
Machines for the processing of metal, wood and plastics, for the manufacture, repair and dismantling of land, air and water vehicles, for the chemical industry, agriculture, mining, for the textile industry, for the food industry, for the drinks industry, for the building industry, for the packaging industry; Machine tools; Motors, other than for land vehicles; Motor and engine parts of all kinds; Motors, electric, other than for land vehicles; Parts for electric motors of all kinds; Filters for cleaning cooling air, for engines; Glow plugs for Diesel engines; Machine couplings, gears and transmission components, except for land vehicles; Couplings other than for land vehicles; Parts for couplings and Gears and Transmission components, Included in class 7; Mechanical jacks; Lawnmowers (machines); Agricultural implements other than hand-operated; Automatic vending machines.
8
Hand tools and implements used in agriculture, horticulture and forestry, mechanical engineering and the construction of apparatus and vehicles, and for structural engineering; Scraping tools (hand tools); Tool wrenches; Lifting jacks, hand-operated; Cutlery, knives, forks and spoons; Side arms; Manicure sets; Razors; Razor cases.
9
Scientific, nautical, surveying, electric, photographic, cinematographic, optical, weighing, measuring, signalling, checking; Life-saving and teaching apparatus and instruments, included in class 9; Contact lenses; Spectacles [optics]; Spectacle cases; Telescopes; Magnifying glasses; Sunglasses; Simulators for the steering and control of vehicles; Voltage regulators for vehicles; Vehicle breakdown warning triangles; Warning lamps for vehicles and parts therefor; Cigarette lighters for automobiles; Electric batteries and parts therefor; Electric accumulators and parts therefor; Fuel cells and parts thereof; Chargers for electrical batteries; Burglar alarm apparatus, Anti-theft warning apparatus, Fire alarm apparatus, Smoke alarms, Gas warning apparatus; Speed indicators; Rulers [measuring instruments]; Measuring apparatus and instruments; Revolution counters; Electronic control apparatus and current/voltage supply apparatus for vehicle headlamps and vehicle lights, and all parts therefor; Electronic controls for internal combustion engines and electric motors for land vehicles; Life-saving equipment, namely life rafts, rescue ladders, safety nets, safety tarpaulins, lifebelts, lifebuoys, lifejackets; Acid hydrometers; Electrical fuses; Relays, electric; Lasers, not for medical purposes, laser pointers; Remote control apparatus, remote controls; Solar batteries; Directional compasses; Apparatus for navigation; Bubble levels; Balancing apparatus; Apparatus and instruments for conducting, switching, transforming, accumulating, regulating or controlling electricity; Recording apparatus, transmission and/or reproduction of sound and/or images, Antennas; Radios; TV sets; Telephones, Video telephones, Cell phones; Projection apparatus; Cinematographic apparatus; Cameras; Photocopiers; Electronic translation apparatus; Electronic pocket translation apparatus; Exposed film; Magnetic, electronic and optical data carriers, except unexposed films; Recording discs; Encoded magnetic cards; Integrated circuit cards (smart cards); Telephone cards; Vending machines, mechanisms for coin operated apparatus; Automatic teller machines; Cash registers, calculating machines, data processing equipment and computers; Electronic agendas; Fax devices; Monitors; Peripherals adapted for use with computers; Pocket calculators; Recorded and downloadable computer programs and software and data files; Fire-extinguishing apparatus; Entertainment apparatus and video gaming apparatus adapted for use with external screens or monitors; Electronic publications (downloadable); Downloadable image files.
10
Surgical, medical, dental and veterinary apparatus and instruments, artificial limbs, eyes and teeth; Orthopaedic bandages, corsetry, hosiery and shoes; Suture materials.
11
Apparatus for lighting, heating, steam generating, cooking, refrigerating, drying, ventilating, water supply and sanitary purposes; Lighting apparatus; Lighting apparatus and installations; Lamps; Anti-glare devices for vehicles [lamp fittings]: Anti-glare devices for automobiles [lamp fittings]; Torches for lighting; Arc lamps; Electric coffeepots; Fans (Electric -) for personal use; Discharge tubes, electric, for lighting; Bicycle lights, vehicle lights and parts therefor; Vehicle reflectors and all parts therefor; Vehicle headlights and all parts therefor; Sockets for electric lights; Gas lighters (lighters), light bulbs; Lightbulbs; Incandescent burners; Filaments for electric lamps; Miners' lamps; Heating apparatus for solid, liquid or gaseous fuels; Heating apparatus, electric; Air conditioning installations; Air conditioning apparatus; Refrigerating appliances and installations; Refrigerators; Electric lamps; Lamp glasses; Lamp casings; Lamp globes; Lamp chimneys; Lamp shades; Lampshade holders; Luminous tubes for lighting, Electric discharge tubes for lighting; Light diffusers; Air deodorising apparatus; Air heating apparatus; Filters for air conditioning; Air filtering installations; Air cooling apparatus; Air purifying apparatus and machines; Germicidal lamps for purifying air; Baths (Spa -) [vessels]; Air sterilisers; Driers (Air -); Ventilation [air-conditioning] installations and apparatus; Lamp reflectors; Safety lamps; Solar collectors [hearing]; Pocket searchlights; Ultraviolet ray lamps, not for medical purposes; Water distribution installations.
13
Firearms; Ammunition and projectiles; Explosives; Fireworks.
14
Precious metals and imitations thereof, and works of art in precious metals, namely statues, figurines, ornaments, coins and tokens of value in precious metals or imitations thereof or coated therewith, works of art of precious metal, key rings (items of jewellery or key fobs), included in class 14.
15
Musical instruments; Guitars; Trumpets; Saxophones.
16
Paper, cardboard and goods made from these materials, namely for packaging, wrapping and storage purposes, included in class 16; Printed matter; Bookbinding material; Photographs [printed]; Stationery; Adhesives for stationery or household purposes; Artists' materials; Paint brushes; Typewriters, Writing implements and Office requisites, Except furniture; Instructional and teaching materials (not apparatus); Plastic materials for packaging, included in Class 16; Printers' type; Printing blocks; Atlases; Calendars; Geographical maps; Publication; Printed advertising matter and printed publicity; Ball point pens and pencils; Banners and flags of paper; Table napkins of paper.
17
Rubber, Gutta-percha, Rubber, Asbestos, Mica, Rubber caps (rubber valves), Rings of rubber, Rubber stoppers, Random packings of rubber, Grommets made of rubber, Buffers of rubber (Shock-absorbing -), Clutch linings, Semi-processed brake linings, Rubber material for recapping wheels.
18
Goods of leather and imitations of leather, All the aforesaid goods included in class 18, Namely animal skins and Hides; Trunks and travelling bags; Umbrellas, big umbrellas and walking sticks; Whips, harness and saddlery, suitcases, included in class 18; Bags (included in class 18); In particular bags for sports, travelling bags, briefcases and handbags; Document wallets; Wallets, purses, key cases (leather goods).
19
Non-metallic building materials; Pipes (Rigid -), not of metal [building]; Asphalt, pitch and bitumen; Buildings, transportable, not of metal; Monuments, not of metal.
20
Furniture, mirrors, picture frames; Beds; Shelving, cabinets; Desks and tables; Sofas, chairs, armchairs; High chairs for babies and infant walkers; Clothes hangers and clothes hooks; Bolsters; Statues, figurines, works of art, ornaments and decorations and unprocessed and semi-processed materials, included in this class, not adapted for a specific use, namely yellow amber, animal parts, meerschaum, plant parts; Sleeping bags for camping; Casks, not of metal; Packaging containers of plastic; Containers, not of metal, for liquid fuel; Inflatable publicity objects, Included in class 20.
21
Household or kitchen utensils and containers; Namely non-electric portable coldboxes, fitted picnic baskets, including dishes, toilet cases, boxes of metal for dispensing paper towels; Combs and sponges; Brushes (except paint brushes), brush-making materials; Articles for cleaning purposes; Unworked or semi-worked glass (except glass in building); Chamois leather or buckskin for cleaning; Glassware, porcelain and earthenware (included in Class 21); Signboards of porcelain or glass; Flower vases; Heat-insulated containers for beverages; Thermally insulated containers for food.
22
Nets, tents, awnings, tarpaulins, rope, string, sails, sacks, stuffing, not of rubber or plastic; Raw fibrous textile materials; Hammocks; Bags [envelopes, pouches] of textile, for packaging; Car towing ropes; Vehicle covers, not fitted.
23
Yarns and threads, for textile use.
24
Textiles and textile goods, included in class 24; Bed linen, bed covers and table covers; Towels of textile; Wall hangings and edgings of textile; Quilts; Napkins of textile; Mosquito nets; Banners and flags not of paper.
25
Clothing, footwear, headgear; Trousers; Polo shirts and T-shirts; Coats; Jackets [clothing]; Jump-suits; Caps [headwear]; Gloves [clothing]; Shoes; Kerchiefs for clothing purposes; Neckties; Neck scarfs [mufflers].
26
Key straps, not of metal; Lace and embroidery, ribbons and braid; Buttons, hooks and eyes, pins and needles; Travel sewing kits; Artificial flowers.
27
Carpets, rugs, mats and matting, linoleum and other materials for covering existing floors; Carpets for automobiles; Wall hangings, non-textile, borders of paper for wall hangings; Wall hangings of textile.
29
Meat, fish, poultry and game; Meat extracts; Preserved, dried and cooked fruits and vegetables; Meat, fish, fruit and vegetable jellies; Jams; Eggs, milk and milk products; Butter, cheese, cream, yoghurt, powdered milk for alimentary purposes; Edible oils and fats; Preserves of fruit, fish, vegetables, meat.
30
Coffee, tea, cocoa, sugar, rice, tapioca, sago, artificial coffee; Flour and preparations made from cereals, except foodstuffs for animals; Bread, pastry and confectionery, ices; Honey, treacle; Fruit sauces; Yeast, baking-powder; Edible salt; Mustard; Vinegar, sauces (condiments); Spices; Ice.
31
Grains and agricultural, horticultural and forestry products, included in class 31; Live animals; Fresh fruits and vegetables; Seeds, natural plants and flowers; Foodstuffs for animals, malt.
32
Beers; Mineral and aerated waters and other non-alcoholic drinks; Fruit drinks and fruit juices; Syrups and other preparations for making beverages.
33
Alcoholic drinks (except beers).
34
Tobacco, smokers articles; Ashtrays; Lighters; Tobacco pouches; Tobacco jars; Cigarette cases; Cigar cases, Cigar boxes, Cigar boxes, Matches.
38
Telecommunications; News agencies; News agencies; Telecommunications by means of platforms and portals on the Internet; Providing access to information on the Internet; Electronic exchange of messages via chat lines, chat rooms and internet forums, email services; Rental of telecommunications equipment; Radio and television broadcasting and communications; Email services.
39
Transport; Packaging and storage of goods; Travel arrangement; Towing; Taxi services; Motor vehicle transport; Rental of vehicles, in particular cars; Leasing of vehicles, in particular automobiles; Passenger transport, in particular by bus; Freight brokerage; Delivery of goods and parcels.
40
Treatment and conversion of materials, namely processing of workpieces, production of profiles, production of split strips, cutting of sheets and plates of metal, boards and trapezoids, material hardening and surface finishing for manufacturing vehicle bodies, components for vehicle chassis and components for vehicle drives, customised manufacture and production for the automotive industry, processing of metallic and/or non-metallic surfaces for improving surface properties; Waste treatment (transformation); Metal treating; Contract manufacture of vehicles, motors and engines and all parts therefor, for others; Contract production of vehicles, motors and engines and all parts thereof, for others.
41
Education; Providing of training; Entertainment; Sporting and cultural activities; Arranging and conducting of cultural and/or sports events; promotion of up-and-coming talent through providing of training and further training; Organisation, arranging and conducting of colloquiums, conferences, congresses, symposiums, seminars and workshops (training); Organization of exhibitions for cultural or educational purposes; Production of television and radio programmes, radio and television entertainment; Cinema presentations; Performances (Presentation of live -); Playing games on computer networks and on the Internet; Providing museum facilities (presentation, exhibitions); Performance of music, Orchestra services; Organisation of sports competitions; Operation of lottery and games of chance.
42
Scientific and technological services and research and design services related thereto; Industrial analysis, research and development services; Styling (industrial design); Technical advice and consultancy; Consultancy in the field of computers; Design and development of computer hardware and software; Advisory services relating to computer programming.
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Providing food and drink; Temporary accommodation.
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Physician services; Animal healthcare services; Hygienic and beauty care services for human beings or animals; Agruculture, horticulture and forestry services.
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Personal and social services rendered by others to meet the needs of individuals, namely astrological and spiritual services, detective agencies, dating services, funeral services, religious services, clothing rental, child protection services, home surveillance, personal analysis and research services, personal shopping, lost property offices, networking services, writing of private letters, pet sitting, political lobbying, reminder services, chaperoning, marriage services; Security services for the protection of property and individuals; Licensing of computer software [legal services]; Domain names (Registration of -) [legal services]; Legal advice and representation.
